1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1993 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1993 TVR Cerbera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 TVR Cerbera. (347 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1993 TVR Cerbera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 695 kg more than 1993 TVR Cerbera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Cerbera. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Cerbera.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1993 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Aston Martin | TVR |
Model | V8 Vantage | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |